Rowena Recommends

A Registered Dietitian's Personal Collection of Recommendation for Healthy Eating, Great Skin Care and Meal Planning Tips for Busy Families

Category: Healthy Eating Tips

  • Superbowl Sunday!

    Who will be watching the big game this weekend? For some individuals, watching football on Sunday is a sacred ritual whereas others, like myself,  watch one football game a year (i.e. Superbowl) as it is a great excuse to get together with friends and be in good company. What is Superbowl without tortilla chips and…

  • What Do You Think of Canada’s New Food Guide?

    After much anticipation, the new food guide has launched. What do you think? I personally like how the guide uses a plate to show what a balanced meal should look like. With this visual aid, I think the message is clear; it’s the same message I try to convey with clients everyday. Keep it simple.…

  • It’s Citrus Season

    We may all moan and groan about the winter months; however, now is the perfect time to enjoy citrus fruits. I really do think that fennel and orange go very well together. If you have not tried, here is your opportunity. If you’re willing to take the leap of faith, I have no doubt that…

  • Warm Up with a Warm Cup of Caffeine- Free Tea

    Who else is in disbelief at how the temperatures have recently dropped? I am always amazed at how our  bodies continue to function in the midst of frigid conditions. It’s incredible at how our bodies adapt to conditions which are even colder than our freezers at home. During frigid conditions, we may  be gravitated towards…

  • Warm Up With a Nice Bowl of Soup

    It’s January. It’s the New Year but sometimes, winter gets the best of us.  When it’s cold, all we want is something warm and comforting. Often times, individuals think of warm comfort foods as bad food choices but thank goodness, soup is one the “good” list. 🙂  Individuals will often groan at the thought of…

  • Don’t Forget A Serving of Prunes Per Day

    A New Year may trigger some individuals to create New Year’s Resolutions. Others may continue on a lifelong journey of continuing to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle often include a high daily intake of fibre. A daily high fibre intake can lead to better digestion. As it is #skincaresunday, a better digestion can…

  • Fresh Start- Why Not Try Beloved Zoodles?

    Happy 2019!!! Wishing everyone the very best in 2019. Over the holidays, I am sure we all had many good meals but the truth is, vegetables may not have been top priority. Other dishes were definitely the star. With 365 new days, there’s 365 new changes that can occur. Let’s start by reincorporating vegetables into…

  • Have you Tried Almond Milk from Califia Farms?

    I personally don’t like the taste of milk so that’s why I like to drink almond milk as my main source of calcium.  There are so many fortified almond milk choices on the market but I really do think that the Almond Milk by Califia Farms taste the best. Did you know? For the average…

  • A Versatile, Easy & Delicious Dressing For All Your Vegetables

    Tired of the dressing you usually make? Are you always short of time and think your only option is to go for a store bought dressing for your vegetables? Traditionally, vinaigrette is made with the ratio of 3 parts oil to 1 part vinegar. As every teaspoon of fat (aka oil) gives you ~50 kcals,…

  • Mindfulness

    This time of year is my favourite. This is a time of year where everyone gets together to celebrate good times. It truly is a time of celebration with family and friends. It is a continuation of being thankful for the circle of support you have and to continue to make wonderful memories together. Food…